Panasonic XS1 vs Pentax K-7

Following is a complete comparison of the Panasonic XS1 vs Pentax K-7, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the XS1 (16MP) and the K-7 (15MP) is pretty comparable but the XS1 (1/2.3") and K-7 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The XS1 was released 3 years after the K-7 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic XS1 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-7 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the XS1 scores versus the K-7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 & Pentax K-7. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic XS1 Gallery & Pentax K-7 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic XS1 features outside measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") along with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) and the Pentax K-7 has dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the XS1 against the K-7.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the XS1 and K-7 is 97 and 60 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out technical specs. The picture underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the XS1 and K-7.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The XS1 due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Panasonic XS1 will provide greater detail as a result of its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent XS1 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.